If you’re one of the 18,087 women who are diagnosed with breast cancer this year in Australia, the fight against your cancer may be part of a longer fight for your overall health. The potent tools that are often used to fight cancer, such as chemotherapy, hormonal therapy and radiation therapy, can have long lasting…

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal condition that affects 12-21% of women of reproductive age. Women with PCOS may experience a range of health complications including reduced fertility. PCOS is attributed to varying symptoms including hair loss, ovarian cysts, chronic fatigue, and changes in a woman’s menstrual cycle. Despite being a relatively common condition,…

The team at Northside Gynaecology were proud to host its 4th GP Symposium once again, at Victoria Park Golf Course in Brisbane, on the evening of 5 September 2018. This year, four different educational topics were presented including Adolescent Gynaecology, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Urinary Incontinence & Vaginal Prolapse. Northside Gynaecology also had a guest…

Guess what ladies? That discomfort ‘down there’… it’s more common than you might think. In fact, most women will experience some kind of vulval irritation during their lifetime. But when our most sensitive area starts to itch, burn or hurt, our distress can range beyond the physical. Many women avoid getting medical advice due to…

Many women brush off pelvic pain as something that’s just ‘part of being a woman’. However, chronic or extreme pelvic pain could be a sign of an underlying medical issue. Pelvic pain affects up to 1 in 5 women, and 1 in 12 men in Australia. It can be associated with a range of conditions…

Most women are aware of menopause as a hormonal change that will happen eventually (or is perhaps happening right now). But how many of us are really aware of why menopause happens? Understanding what’s happening in your body is important, and could help you better manage your symptoms. Let’s take a quick tour of the…

If you’ve had a recent fibroid diagnosis, you’re not alone. Far from it – it’s estimated that 4 out of 10 Australian women over the age of 40 have fibroids. That number increases with age, with as many as 70% of women developing them in their 50s and beyond. Many women with fibroids aren’t even…

When it comes to diseases affecting women, few are as under-diagnosed and misunderstood as endometriosis. Back in the Middle Ages, severe menstrual cramps were associated with madness and immorality. Women who complained of painful periods were often accused of faking their symptoms in order to avoid work. Sadly, not enough has changed. Women’s reproductive health…

Endometriosis Info – Correcting The Misinformation During the week, CNN posted a story on Lena Dunham whose own battle with endometriosis and its impact on her career shone the media spotlight on her personal plight and the monster that is endometriosis. As part of that story, Dr Scott Sullivan from the University of South…

Many women will develop ovarian cysts in their lifetime… but most won’t even know it. Ovarian cysts are a common by-product of ovarian function, and most cysts are harmless. However, some types of cysts can affect your fertility, which can be alarming for women yet to conceive or actively trying to get pregnant. Here’s what…

It’s an exciting time to be a women’s health specialist. Surgical techniques are rapidly evolving, offering women safer and less invasive options for treatments that traditionally would require open surgery. One of these minimally invasive options is laparoscopic surgery. In this current era of innovation, it has become the standard technique for many surgical procedures….

Vaginal dryness is a problem that many women feel uncomfortable talking about. However, it’s a very common issue, particularly after menopause. Many women choose to suffer in silence, believing that the condition is just an inevitable part of getting older. But the pain and discomfort from vaginal dryness can have a significant effect on a…

Whether it’s a tiny leak when you cough, a bladder that never seems to be empty, or regular get-to-the-bathroom-right-now emergencies, urinary incontinence is actually more common than you might think. Although it’s believed to affect up to 37% of Australian adult women, most women aren’t comfortable openly talking about urinary incontinence. Embarrassment often prevents women…

Vaginal Atrophy is a common side effect of breast cancer treatment. Our infographic highlights the symptoms of vaginal atrophy and the treatment options available. Want to know more? – give us a call 1300 780 138 or read more about Monalisa Touch.

A woman’s fight to beat breast cancer is filled with physical and psychological challenges. Even after the fight is won, side effects of breast cancer treatments can still affect a survivor’s quality of life. One such issue is vaginal atrophy. This cruel condition can severely affect libido, self esteem, and the relationship with a spouse…

We live in a fast paced world and as women tend to look after those important to us ahead of ourselves. Women’s Health Week, which ran from 4-8 September, is designed to remind us how important it is for women to put themselves first. We are no good to anybody else if we are not…

Each year the team from Northside Gynaecology take great pride in bringing together an Educational evening for local GP’s. This year our female Gynaecologist will deliver 3 interesting topics including Managing Vulval Disorders, Cervical Screening Update, Abnormal Bleeding and Chronic Pelvic Pain. Dr Michelle Alizart from QML will also be presenting ‘A day in the…